The Racine Zoo is celebrating a very special birthday this week. Yule, a white-handed gibbon, is turning 55 years old, this Friday, May 28. His birthday will be spent with many zoo-goers and staff, and he will be given special birthday enrichment for this exciting occasion. Yule was born May 6, 1966, and he is […]
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All In For The Animals Zoo Fundraiser
From Tuesday, May 18 to Thursday, May 20, Racine Zoo will be hosting their All In For The Animals fundraiser. Through the generosity of the RUUD Family Foundation, Educators Credit Union, and McDonald’s of North Racine, each donated dollar up to $5,000 will be matched. This means each donation will have four times the impact […]
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Racine Zoo Welcomes Tawny Frogmouth
The Racine Zoo added another tawny frogmouth to their exhibit. The Zoo is pleased to introduce the newest animal, Groot. He will join Ashton, the tawny frogmouth in the Australian-themed Walkabout Creek Exhibit, alongside the kangaroos, wallaroos, and emu. Tawny frogmouths are insectivorous birds native to Australia, and one of the species atthe Racine Zoo […]
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Racine Zoo Concert Lineup 2021
RACINE, WI – The Racine Zoo is looking forward to summer and is excited to announce the artist lineup for their three 2021 concert series. This also includes their 34th annual Animal Crackers concerts and the debut of Animal Crackers Junior and Music at the Zoo concerts. Concerts at the Zoo are a Racine tradition […]
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North Shore Bank Launches “For the Love of Animals” May Campaign
North Shore Bank has announced that zoos and humane societies across the state will be the focus of the bank’s second community give-back program “Bank on Kindness,” a campaign to support local efforts of Wisconsin non-profit organizations. Until May 31, the public can donate to the local animal-focused community partner(s) of their choice through a […]
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Racine Lifts Occupancy Limits; Masks Still Required
RACINE – The City of Racine has revised its “Safer Racine” ordinance to end occupancy limits that were put in place last year to reduce the spread of the COVID-19 virus. The revisions were released Thursday by Racine Public Health Administrator Dottie Kay Bowersox. The update to the ordinance includes: Increases indoor and outdoor capacity […]
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Learn more about Earth Day; 2021 local events
Earth Day is this Thursday, April 22nd, and many environmental organizations celebrate all week long. This post contains the many events you have to choose from over the next week. But first, a little information about Earth Day. Earth Day was initially created as a college teach-in day to increase public consciousness of the effects […]
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Party for the Planet with the Racine Zoo
RACINE – Join the Racine Zoo to party for the planet this Earth Day! The Racine Zoo is proud to be a partner of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, or AZA. Each year, AZA partner organizations do a massive celebration for our planet around the country. There are so many fun activities set for […]
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Racine Zoo welcomes bald eagle
RACINE, WI – If you’re walking down the path along Lake Michigan near the Racine Zoo, you may hear a new, high-pitched call coming from Racine Zoo’s newest resident — a three-year-old male bald eagle! Over a year of planning and construction, the Racine Zoo is excited to unveil the new exhibit and animal to […]
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5 Easter Celebrations in Southeastern Wisconsin
Some bunny tells me that you are looking for events and activities to enjoy this Easter season. Spring into fun by attending these family fun celebrations. There’s even something for the pets too. Easter is on April 4, 2021. If you choose to go to an event, you’ll have to let us know if it […]
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5 Valentine’s Day Events in Southeastern Wisconsin
Ladies and gentlemen, look no further. In this roundup, you’ll find the most romantic and unique ways to spend this Valentine’s Day. Here’s what’s happening in Southeastern Wisconsin on Valentine’s Day: 1. Valentine’s Night-In Meal Chef David’s Catering Events is hosting a Valentine’s Night-In Meal on February 13. On the menu for this dining experience […]
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5 Fun Winter Activities in Wisconsin
Winter has arrived in Wisconsin. The COVID-19 pandemic is still in full swing. This means that finding fun winter activities to do can seem like a challenge. If you want to be safe, but also get out and enjoy the beauty of Wisconsin’s winters then this is the guide for you. What’s there to do […]
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10 Holiday Light Displays in Southeastern Wisconsin
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. Holiday light displays are filling the Southeastern Wisconsin area with gleam and sparkle. If you are looking for a COVID-19 friendly activity and want to soak up the Holiday spirit, be sure to stop by one or all of these magical light shows. Not sure where to […]
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Serve Wisconsin Announces $234,446 in AmeriCorps Funding for Racine AmeriCorps Programs
Serve Wisconsin proudly announced that Wisconsin has received $7.3 million in federal funding to support AmeriCorps programming and celebrated the kickoff of the AmeriCorps program year on October 30 at a virtual Opening Ceremony. Included within those funds are $234,446 in AmeriCorps funding for two AmeriCorps programs specifically centered in Racine and Kenosha, with several […]
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Racine Zoo earns Golden Pear Award
RACINE – The Racine Zoo, 2131 N. Main St., is among 21 Golden Pear Award recipients from the American Fundraising Foundation (AmFund). Officials chose the zoo from more than 615 applicants for additional funding opportunity grants presented due to the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on their fundraising abilities. The Golden Pear Award to […]
